Hey everyone! I’m Podette, a snail who attends Amherst College. Over the summer, I am living on campus and working as an admissions intern. Today, I got dinner at Valentine Dining Hall (“Val”) with my best friend Shelloise and our roommate Finley. Shelloise and I both have dietary restrictions (we are both vegan and prefer…Continue Reading Podette and Shelloise: A Lovely Dinner at Val
Since arriving at Amherst, I have been on a side quest to discover the best study spaces around campus. This list is a culmination of my adventure so far, and it includes both my frequently used spots and recent discoveries I see myself using more often. There are three things I look for in a…Continue Reading My Ranking of Known and Lesser-Known Study Spots Around Campus
Many Amherst students stay on campus during the summer: some to do research, some to work on-campus jobs, some to intern in the Admission office… If you are on campus during this time, you’ve probably noticed that there’s almost nothing to do on campus after work or during weekends, and so you might want to…Continue Reading Fun Off-Campus Activities
Hello snails and humans! I’m Shelloise (“shell-oh-ease”), and I am super excited to be writing my first blog post of the summer. Podette and I have so much fun here everyday, and I can’t wait to tell you all about our adventures at Amherst! This weekend, Podette and I visited the Amherst farmers’ market. Each…Continue Reading Podette and Shelloise: A Sunny Breakfast at the Farmers’ Market